The County - Aroostook Visitor Guide 2019 Visitor Guide to Aroostook County | Page 5

WELCOME TO THE COUNTY
Aroostook County is far too big a place to be contained in these pages, but
we hope f lipping through this guide, you’ll find plenty of reasons to visit.
The County is a place of familiar faces, well-tended trails, brilliantly colored
f lowers, and unforgettable experiences.
CONTENTS
About the Region....................... 4
Heading Upta Camp................... 6
Biking......................................... 8
IT’S TIME TO HEAD UPTA CAMP Outdoor Adventure................... 10
Consider this an open invitation to find a spot here to call your own. Spending
time at Camp in The County is an experience that defies description—but we
do try to give you a peek at all there is to do (even if you choose to simply
watch the clouds stroll across our brilliant blue sky). On the Water............................ 12
As you thumb (or swipe) through our guide we hope you’ll be motivation
to spend a week or two among the millions of unspoiled acres, clean waters,
and welcoming communities that make up the region. This is our real world.
So consider peeling off from yours for a while. Calendar of Events.................... 20
Whether it be hiking our trails, paddling with your favorite buddy on the
water, in your waders on a bright spring day, or traveling along our roads, the
adventure of a place unexplored awaits. Bring your bike or pack your skis.
Tote your kayak aloft. Load up the snowmobile or trade it for an ATV in
summer and fall. We’ll even find you a dog sled at the right time of year. Parks and Public Lands.............. 28
WHILE YOU’RE HERE… Golf........................................... 38
Every season in The County comes ready-made with unique gatherings
and events that celebrate life here in The County. There are sporting events
to participate in, fairs and festivals on a grand scale, or pick from the many
activities that celebrate that celebrate the deep cultural connections shared
by generations of local residents. Shopping................................... 40
Once you’ve enjoyed our take on The County, explore the map on page 30,
or take time to dig into VisitAroostook.com. You will find even more insight
into the places you will discover, some very off-the-beaten-path experiences,
as well as stories about our people and their communities. Now get planning
and have fun!
Camping................................... 14
Fishing...................................... 16
Fairs, Festivals and More........... 18
Skiing........................................ 22
Trail Riding.............................. 24
The Solar System....................... 27
Map of the Region.................... 30
Wildlife Watching..................... 32
Maine Guides............................ 34
Scenic Drives............................ 36
Museums and Culture............... 42
Historical Societies.................... 45
Cultural Heritage...................... 46
Agricultural Roots.................... 48
Lodging.................................... 52
Dining...................................... 56
Day Trips in the Region............ 58
Plan Your Trip.......................... 60
FOLLOW US
Alain Ouellette, Tourism Director
Aroostook County Tourism
AroostookCountyTourism
@visitaroostook
Paid for in part by a grant from the Maine Office of Tourism.
©2019 Aroostook County Tourism
Cover image: Jerry Monkman/EcoPhotography
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